COLLEGE SAVINGS 101

Fred Amrein, founder of Amrein Financial and College Affordability LLC

Fred Amrein is the founder of Amrein Financial and College Affordability LLC. He is an expert on the entire college funding process from saving for college to student loan repayment. Fred has helped thousands of students and families make better college financial decisions with his unique approach to the financial aid process. His strategies bring together financial aid, college saving plans, educational tax strategies and financing options.

Fred's desire to help families understand the cost of college led him to develop EFC PLUS. This software generates a customized four-year net price and projects the financial outcome for families based on the colleges they select. He is also author of the book, “Financial Aid and Beyond: Secrets to College Affordability”.

Fred has a MBA in Finance from Saint Joseph's University and BS in Accounting and Food Marketing from Saint Joseph's University. He is a registered member of the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation and is a board member of the National College Advocacy Group (NCAG).

Fred has been quoted in WSJ, Money Magazine, US News and other national publications. He is a requested speaker at various professional conferences and meetings.

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